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Saturday, June 7, 2025

SA teams have to take the Champions Cup seriously if they are to feature in the Club World Cup

A World Cup for leading clubs has been confirmed but for the Bulls, Sharks, Stormers and Lions to feature in it, they have to qualify for the Champions Cup.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Rugby World Cup 1995:  Remembering the Springboks' fallen heroes

The 1995 Springboks have suffered tragedy, with five of their comrades dying way too soon and in unexpected circumstances.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoFive key players that can guide Mamelodi Sundowns to their Champions League dream

Mamelodi Sundowns will be taking on Pyramids FC in what could potentially be their biggest match this season, as a good result there could lead them to their second Champions League win. We look at the five players that can help guide them to history.

Obakeng Meletse|Published

The Australians are also human

Proteas batter Tristan Stubbs reminded the media that Australia, despite having an excellent record in big games, are also human and are just as scared as they are ahead of the final.

Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Watch VideoFormer Kaizer Chiefs striker Bernard Parker reflects on successful first season in coaching

Former Kaizer Chiefs striker Bernard Parker has had his first full season as coach of TS Galaxy Diski Challenge side and role as an assistant to the senior side, and he is pleased with how it has turned out.

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Patience Mokone set to shine in Springbok debut at Rugby Africa Women’s Cup

Patience Mokone, the rising star of South African rugby, prepares for her Test debut with the Springbok Women’s team at the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup in Madagascar, following her impressive performances in the Women’s Premier Division.

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs Diski youth revival offers hope amid senior team struggles

The Kaizer Chiefs DDC team romped to an impressive win of the title, and their win has offered hope to the senior team, who have had a lot of struggles this season, particularly in the league.

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus will spread his selection net beyond players invited to alignment camps

The second Springbok alignment camp ended on Friday, and coach Rassie Erasmus cleared the air on some selection issues ahead of the start of the international season in late June.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoCan SA champ Zakithi Nene break 43-second barrier at Rabat Diamond League?

Zakithi Nene, a rising star in South African athletics, aims to break the 43-second barrier in the 400m at the Rabat Diamond League, following in the footsteps of Wayde van Niekerk's historic Olympic record.

Ashfak Mohamed|Published